Kaiba (D&D Kufner 54 Exclusive)
2023 · 17.3 m · 5 cabins · 10 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
17.3m · 2023 · Sail boat
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect for groups. With 5 cabins and 10 berths, Kaiba is genuinely spacious for families or friends wanting to charter together, rare to find this much comfortable sleeping accommodation on a 54-footer. The 2023 build means everything onboard feels fresh and well-maintained.
Well-equipped vessel. You're getting serious cruising kit here: bow thruster for tight mooring spots, radar for navigation, generator for reliable power, and a dinghy included, no nickel-and-diming on essentials. The electric toilet and inverter are practical touches that improve daily comfort.
Smart financial sense. A €4,000 deposit on a premium, newer yacht is reasonable risk management for the charter company, and Rudder&Moor's 5-star rating (6 reviews) suggests they maintain their fleet well and handle bookings fairly. You're likely looking at competitive day rates for this spec and size.
One practical note: We don't have the charter base location listed, that matters significantly for international travelers planning flights and transfers. Check with Rudder&Moor directly about where Kaiba is based, as it affects how accessible she is from major European or US airports.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in Marmaris, Datça and Bozburun
If you're planning a yacht charter from Marmaris, Datça and Bozburun, have a look at the overnight stops on this heat map. They come from charter yachts tracked by AIS on round trips during the 2026 season so far, giving you past activity to compare with your own plans. The map is not for navigation.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Serçe appeared on 22% of trips, with Ekincik and Bozburun each on 18%. The named first-night stops were Ekincik and Serçe at 7% each; the other 87% of first nights are not broken down here, and Ekincik led last nights at 10%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 47% of trips and 40 to 60 nm on 30%.
Planning your charter route
We can help you work through a charter route from Marmaris, Datça and Bozburun for the kind of boat you're considering. Open the full map, pick out the stops that interest you and talk to us about how they might fit together.
- Serçe22%
- Ekincik18%
- Bozburun18%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Albatros Marina
Based at Albatros Marina, Turkey . Kaiba is operated by rudder&moor.
Good to know
- Location
- Albatros Marina · Turkey
- Licences
- ICC, RYA Day Skipper, or equivalent plus VHF licence accepted. Sailing CV checked at the base. Hire a local skipper if your crew is light on Mediterranean experience.
- Security deposit
- €4,000
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there
Flights to Turkey
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Gocek and the Lycian Coast: 25 minutes to Gocek bases. The standard arrival airport for the Turquoise Coast.
Bodrum Peninsula and northern Aegean Turkey bases.
Possible routes
Turkey · the Turquoise Coast
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Gocek Bay & the Lycian Coast
Sheltered bays, almost no swell, great for non-sailing partners. Ottoman ruins at Cleopatra Bay.
1Gocek
2Tomb Bay
3Sarsala
4Ekincik
5Hamam Koyu
Bodrum Peninsula
Cross-border charter (Turkey + Greece) is straightforward; bring passports and clear in at Kos.
1Bodrum
2Kos (Greece)
3Knidos
4Datça
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